Former Liverpool star Steve McManaman believes Xabi Alonso made the correct choice in remaining with Bayer Leverkusen instead of pursuing the Liverpool managerial position. Despite being a frontrunner to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, Alonso opted to stay with Leverkusen.
McManaman explained to AS that while Alonso may have been tempted by the Liverpool job, staying with Leverkusen allows him to gain more experience. He also pointed out the potential opportunities in the future, including the possibility of coaching Real Madrid, given Alonso’s connections to the club and his house in Madrid.
McManaman highlighted the uncertainty surrounding coaching positions at top clubs like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, PSG, and Manchester City, suggesting that staying at Leverkusen allows Alonso to focus on his current role without distractions.
Overall, McManaman believes Alonso’s decision to stay with Leverkusen is the right move for now, allowing him to develop his coaching career while putting an end to speculation about his future.
